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Classification of Computers

This document classifies computers into four categories based on their size and capabilities: microcomputers, minicomputers, mainframe computers, and supercomputers. Microcomputers are the smallest and least expensive, including desktops, laptops, and handheld devices. Minicomputers are faster than microcomputers and support multi-user systems. Mainframe computers have ultra-high performance and are used for large-scale business and scientific applications. Supercomputers have the highest processing speeds and are able to perform complex parallel processing tasks.

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Classification of Computers

This document classifies computers into four categories based on their size and capabilities: microcomputers, minicomputers, mainframe computers, and supercomputers. Microcomputers are the smallest and least expensive, including desktops, laptops, and handheld devices. Minicomputers are faster than microcomputers and support multi-user systems. Mainframe computers have ultra-high performance and are used for large-scale business and scientific applications. Supercomputers have the highest processing speeds and are able to perform complex parallel processing tasks.

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Classification of Computers

Classification of computers
Computers

Micro Desktop

Mini

Mainframe Super

Portable

Microcomputer
Desktop Personal Digital Assistant (hand-held computer)

Laptop

Classification of computers
Microcomputer Small, low cost digital computer Consists of microprocessor, storage unit, input channel, output channel. Complete microcomputer system ? Examples Desktop -Also called PC, not very expensive. Laptop -Also called notebook, use anywhere, anytime, no external power supply (rechargeable battery), expensive Handheld computers - Also called palmtop, store in pocket, use electronic stylus for input, no disk drive but can be connected

Minicomputer

Minicomputer
Small digital computer Faster than microcomputer Mid-range computer Centralized storehouse Multi-user systems, used for interactive applications Examples PDP 11, IBM (8000 series), VAX 7500

Mainframe Server

Mainframe

Mainframe computer
Ultra-high performance computer High-end computer processor Fast Simultaneous execution of many programs Large information storage Used in business and scientific applications Examples IBMs ES000, VAX 8000, CDC 6600

Supercomputer

Supercomputer
FLOPS Highest processing speed (MFLOPS) Contains a number of CPUs that operate in parallel Fastest, costliest, most powerful computer Animations Simulate complex models

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